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Towards an optimal antenna for helicon waves excitation

Authors :
Guittienne, Ph.
Chevalier, E.
Hollenstein, Ch.
Source :
Journal of Applied Physics. Oct 15, 2005, Vol. 98 Issue 8, p083304-1, 6 p.
Publication Year :
2005

Abstract

Different types of antenna are used for helicon excitation but none of them generate a radio-frequency field that matches the helicon wave field determined by the dispersion equation. This match can be obtained to a very good approximation by using a birdcage type antenna.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00218979
Volume :
98
Issue :
8
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Journal of Applied Physics
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.141897925